There are many terrific sources for technical and business information on quantum, many of which are free. Here are a few of my favorites.
Technology Sources
Introduction to Classical and Quantum Computing, by Thomas Wong
https://www.thomaswong.net/introduction-to-classical-and-quantum-computing-1e4p.pdf
Introductory textbook that first introduces qubits then builds to detailed descriptions of several seminal algorithms, including Shor’s algorithm for quantum factoring that may break encryption. The only pre-req is
trigonometry, he teaches the other math that might be missing.
Understanding Quantum Technologies, by Olivier Ezratty
https://www.oezratty.net/wordpress/2023/understanding-quantumtechnologies-2023/
A comprehensive and ambitious 1,366 page tome! In Ezratty’s words, “It is probably the most thorough book on the matter covering so many dimensions (history, science, technology, hardware/software, usages, societal, political) and for all quantum technologies (computing, telecommunications, cryptography, sensing, quantum matter).”
It can be both short and long on details. Feel free to skip around.
EdX Quantum Courses
https://www.edx.org/learn/quantum-computing
Plenty of auditable (free) and certificate ($) courses on all aspects of quantum. Ranges from high-level to rigorous masters-level treatment.
Quantum Computing Experimentation with Amazon Braket, Alex Kahn
https://www.amazon.com/Quantum-Computing-Experimentation-AmazonBraket/dp/1800565267
A programming book with in-depth details of how to use Amazon’s quantum computing cloud service called Braket. Focuses on building quantum circuits to solve optimization problems.
Highly practical, hands-on book.
Business / Industry Sources
McKinsey Quantum Technology Monitor
Annual free report that presents a solid high-level overview of the quantum business opportunity. Covers market segments, growth projections, applications, technology, investment, start-up activity and more.
Provides essential context of the quantum market. A great starting point for newcomers
The Quantum Insider
https://thequantuminsider.com/
Weekly newsletter covering quantum technology market intelligence, data & news. They also provide strategic consulting services.
Keeps you up to date on current events without clogging your inbox.
The Superposition Guy’s Podcast, by Yuval Boger
https://open.spotify.com/show/6amnX4VUTaCSkdQyj19QqL (Spotify)
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-superposition-guyspodcast/id1644728013 (Apple)
Yuval hosts founders and other prominent industry people for discussions on quantum computing, sensing, security, and communications.
Great insight into the people and companies building the quantum industry.
Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C)
https://quantumconsortium.org/
The US National Quantum Consortium created by the National Quantum Initiative Act in 2018. The mission of QED-C is to enable and grow a robust commercial quantum-based industry, supply chain and workforce.
Many excellent free reports and webinars, and a career board. Access to the global member listing, which includes top players from industry, academia and government research labs.
Happy hunting! Feel free to contact me with any questions:
dgrust@QuantumToMarket.com
https://quantumtomarket.com/